Biking hanoi to vientiane tour 13 days

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Biking Hanoi to Vientiane Tour 13 Days
Travel Style: Indochina Cycling Hanoi to Luang Prabang Tours
Duration: 13days/12nights
Itinerary: Our cycling holiday begins in the Vietnam capital city Hanoi . Situated on the banks of the Red river, Hanoi
has a relaxed, elegant charm. From here you will enjoy some of the most breathtaking scenery in Asia and mountain
biking towards Northern Vietnam. We travel through a rural landscape to Nam Ngum, then cycling on to Vang Vieng.
We enter a landscape of stunning limestone karst formations as our journey continues on via rolling hills to the
historic city of Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This ancient, royal city full of exquisite Buddhist
Temples, where time seems to stand still, is a magical place to explore and relax.
Detail Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Hanoi, Vietnam
Arrive Hanoi’s war-era Noi Bai Airport. After clearing immigration and customs meet driver and escort
for transfer into Hanoi, the cultural and political capital of Vietnam that has slumbered largely
unchanged for decades. After transfer to hotel on central Hoan Kiem Lake, midday meeting at hotel
for lunch orientation at an outdoor cafe for introductions, followed by bike assembly, testing and other
preparations for beginning of the trip. Afterwards, free time in the capital before we rendezvous at our
hotel and stroll for dinner of local specialties such as pho in the busy Old Quarter. Dinner at the local
restaurant . O / N in Hanoi .
Note: Vietnam visa required in advance of arrival.
Meals = Dinner
Day 2: Hanoi Cycle to Mai Chau
In the morning, early departure for Mai Chau, a picturesque river valley region populated with a
diversity of hilltribes. After a 2.5 to 3 hour drive, arrive Mai Chau for lunch. Balance of afternoon
leisurely, warm-up cycling in and around Mai Chau to hilltribe villages, farms and scenic backroads of
the area. Overnight in Mai Chau, home stay with Thai people before the moving on into the hinterland
of Laos.
Meals: B / L / D
Accommodation: Home – Stay

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Day 3: Mai Chau Cycle to Vieng Xai ( Laos ) .
After morning ride to Na Meo border gate , cross into Laos. Meet crew at Laos-Vietnam border, the
continue cycling to Viengxay on paved roads under karst scenery, passing hilltribe villages in the area,
including Thai Dam, Thai Dang, Meuy, and Kmu. Picnic lunch en route. After lunch heading to Vieng
Xay, arriving in afternoon. exploring the nearby Khayson Cave, the office and residence of the Pathet
Lao chief during the war period, and Souphanouvong Cave, also called Red Prince Cave, the residence
of royal Prince Souphanouvong at one time. Then, onto Nouhak Cave, named for Nouhak
Phoumsavanh, who served as Lao PDR president from 1992.
Meals: (B, L,D)
Distance: 53 km
Accommodation: Thavyxay Hotel
Day 4: Vieng Xai Cycle to Samneua to Viengthong
Our longest cycling day, today after a sunrise breakfast, departing early for an epic day’s century ride
to Vieng Thong over the mammoth “Laotian Alps,” cycling the quiet and winding route past a
smattering of villages over two 5,000 foot passes. From Vieng Xai, on National Highway 6 we will ride
about 65 miles to Nam Noen (with about 4,500 feet of climbing, nearing an altitude of 5,400 feet).
Time permitting en route, pausing to explore Hing Tang (Suan Hin), a man-made formation of vertical
stones that may be related to those on the Plain of Jars. At Nam Noen, we’ll turn northwest (right) on
route 1 towards Vien Thong, a hilly 36 miles way that we’ll shuttle in by van rather than bike.
After arrival in Vien Thong, freshen up before walking to nearby hot springs to douse worn legs before
exploring the small town set on the Nam Khan River and largely inhabited by a collection of hill tribes
particularly Hmong and “lowland” Lao. Dinner at the small town’s only restaurant and overnight at
simple guesthouse.
Meals: B, L, D
Distance: 161 km
Accommodation: Souksakhone GH.
Day 5: Vieng Thong cycle to Nong Khiaw
Another long cycling day over the “Laotian Alps,” rising early from the noise at sunrise from the
hilltribe market directly in front of our hotel. After browsing the market, we’ll begin biking after
breakfast. Today we ride National route No 1c between Vieng Thong and Nong Khiaw passing through
the beautiful jungle and forest scenery of two National Park with lush green mountains over three
passes. After departing Vien Thong, cycling on flats until reaching our first challenge, a 2,400 foot
climb, before descending to a winding river valley road for about 12 miles until we reach our next
climb of about 2,100 feet, plummeting down to Vieng Kham at mile 86 (at 1,200 feet elevation) where

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we’ll enjoy lunch along the scenic river. Afterwards, shuttling by van over a third climb of 900 feet (or
cycling if you prefer), the rest of the day is over the undulating hills on a paved, good-condition side
road heading northwest to Nong Khiaw, a picturesque northern outpost being discovered by
backpackers.
In Nong Khiaw, we’ll enjoy drinks along the pleasant Nam Ou River directly in front of our bungalows.
Now this is Laos! Afterwards, venturing into town to eat at one of the restaurants along the river.
After dinner, a massage in town can be arranged.
Meals: B, L, D
Distance: 184 km (115 miles)
Accommodation: Phaxang Resort
Day 6: Nong Khiaw excursion around Muang Ngoi
After a leisurely breakfast, one-hour cruise by longtail boat to Muang Ngoi, base for hiking to remote
villages in the area. Muang Ngoi was controlled by the communist before 1975 and the province was
under control of Pathet Lao. During Vietnam War, people in this area hid in the caves in the day times
and worked at night because of continuous bombing ( land mines remain in the area).
Today, trekking to Tham Kang through stunning scenery, where, according to local legend, a sacred
Naga resides. Also visiting in the villages of Ban Na and Thai Daeng before returning back to Nong
Khiaw by boat in the afternoon for dinner and accommodation, and perhaps another leg massage
before tomorrow’s ride.
Day 7: Nong Khiaw cycle to Luang Prabang
Today we’ll ride the initial, quiet and scenic section out of Luang Prabang which after 18 miles, joins a
larger road with traffic coming in from China. Mostly flat with short rollers. After riding until lunch (at
54 miles), boarding a longtail boat for the remaining distance to Luang Prabang, once we reach the
Mekong River making a slight upstream detour to visit the renowned Pak Ou caves. Located beside the
river, the cave is filled with Buddha images and is a sacred place of worship for locals.
After the caves, continued cruising downstream to Luang Prabang. In the late afternoon we arrive
Luang Prabang, one of Asia’s gems and a UNESCO World Heritage. It is pleasantly located at the
confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan Rivers and encircled by distance jagged peaks. In recent
years it has been a popular, but not spoiled tourist destination, but it will be a bit of a shock to see so
many tourists for the first time since Hanoi. In the evening a private baci ceremony, a traditional lao
welcoming ritual for centuries.
Meals: B, L, D
Distance: 139 km
Accommodation: SalaPrabang Hotel

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Day 8: Luang Prabang rest day
Breakfast and all day free in Luang Prabang.
Day 9: Luang Prabang Cycle Tour
After breakfast, cycling outside of the city to the Kuang Si Waterfalls (28 kms/18 miles) or quieter
roads looping through the countryside, by preference.
After leisurely hike up to and swimming in the falls, continued biking in the scenic rural areas nearby
passing through several villages and pausing to visit a local family and school as well as cottage
industries until mid-afternoon.
Return to Luang Prabang by van to freshen up before sunset cruise on the Mekong, enjoying drinks on
board before dinner in town.
Meals: B
Distance: 35 km
Accommodation: SalaPrabang Hotel
Day 10: Luang Prabang to Kiu Ka Cham, Kiu Ka Cham to Bor Nam
Depart Luang Prabang by van, shuttling to Kiu Cham (48 miles) to begin our ride. Our ride this day
involves more beautiful mountain scenery with a fair bit of up and down. In the afternoon we have a
gorgeous 25 km downhill ride, the road surrounded by peaks and cliffs to Bor Nam where we lose
about 800 meters. Bor Nam is nothing more than a hot spring, a tiny guest house and a trucker’s
restaurant. The bungalows are very simple, but clean. Hopefully we will have the place all to
ourselves. The spring warm not hot, but it’s definitely worth going for a dip to loosen up those leg
muscles. Next to the hot spring is a good restaurant with simple tasty food and a gorgeous views of
the mountains.
Meals: B, L, D
Distance: 76 km
Accommodation: Bornamoun Bungalows (basic).
Day 11: Bor Nam cycle to Vang Vieng
Another early start, not to cover a long distance, but so we have the afternoon to enjoy Vang Vieng.
Downhill ride to the valley floor and the town of Kasi. From here to Vang Vieng is pretty easy riding
with one notable climb. For the those who are interested, we can kayak on the Nam Song River in the
afternoon. Plastic sit-on-top kayaks would meet about 5 miles before Vang Vieng and we would paddle
the river from here right to the door of our hotel. There are a few easy rapids and the river is suitable
for beginners. Our hotel is set beside the Nam Song River with a long row of beautiful karst peaks as a

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back drop. Drinks all around to celebrate this last day in the saddle!
Meals: B, L
Distance: 78 km
Accommodation: Elephant crossing hotel. www.theelephantcrossinghotel.com
Day 12: Vang Vieng cycle to Vientiane
After breakfast transfer by van for 3 hours to the small capital city of Lao PDR, after check in the hotel
you can hang around or discover the most tourist attractive sites of Vientiane such as emerald Buddha
temple, Thatluang stupa, appear on the national symbol of the country, or shopping at the morning
market.
Meals: B, L
Distance: 155 km
Accommodation: Sengtawan hotel . www.sengtawan.com
Day 13: Vientiane departure
After leisurely breakfast, transit to airport for fly back to your country.
Meal: B
Inclusive:
- English speaking guide
- Bike rental (Trek 4400 Mountain bike) and helmet
- Back up Car with drinks and support
- Luggage Transport or non riding guest transfer
- Nights in hotels, guesthouse and home-stay
- Meals as described in itinerary B = Breakfast , L = Lunch , D = Dinner
- Boat ride in tour
Remark: Depending on weather and road conditions, this itinerary is subject to changes

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